AWARDS and TESTIMONIALS

Awards and Testimonials
United Chambers of Commerce 2009 Small
Business Award

Woodland Hills - Tarzana Chamber of Commerce:
At the United Chambers of Commerce Annual Small Business Awards Breakfast on June 4, Jim and Marcia Brammer of State of the Art Images were honored for their extensive involvement in a number of local and national charities and other non-profit organizations.

-- San Fernando Valley Business Journal, June 8, 2009

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Award of Merit in Print Competition, June 28, 2008

-- Professional Phjotographers of California

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"Please join us as we honor Jim and Marcia Brammer of State of the Art Images. We have selected them as recipients of the Small Business Award this year . . .

Jim and Marcia give tirelessly volunteering for the not for profit business community of the Woodland Hills~Tarzana Chamber of Commerce."

-- Diana Williams

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"I contracted Jim and Marcia to do a family portrait. I have 2 teenage children and you can imagine how excited they were to pose for a family photo. Jim and Marcia made the experience so much fun for them that they did not want to leave after the photo session. The final product was by far the finest portrait that I have ever had taken and my kids loved their individual portraits as well. Without question, Jim and Marcia are true professionals and two wonderful people to work with."

-- David Burtch
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"Jim's conceptual ideas with his hawk eye vision produces a quality image that leaves little to the imagination. Some of the best photographs I've used to market luxury homes."

-- Carroll McEachern

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"Consummate professionalism and extraordinary creativity - That's what Jim consistently offers and delivers. I’m grateful to Jim for his care, patience and expertise. I have entrusted him to capture many cherished moments and he has far exceeded my expectations."

-- Merry Lambert

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"Need an extraordinary photographer? We just worked with Jim Brammer, who was absolutely incredible and took the most beautiful pictures of our kids. He is talented, creative, dependable and wonderful with children. In addition to portraits, he can also put together beautiful holiday cards as well. We would definitely recommend him to everyone!!"

-- Stephanie Moseska

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"Jim Brammer strives for client satisfaction. He has been the most hospitable and patient photographer that I have ever worked with. His artistic acumen and attention to detail shows in his photography. I have strong confidence that Jim will always exceed client expectations."

-- Michelle Salazar Arevalo

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"Your photos of our family--especially of my son and daughter-in-law--are superb! Every portrait is a work of art, which makes choosing only two or three for my office almost impossible.

If you ever need an endorsement or testimonial, it would be my pleasure to speak to anyone and offer my enthusiastic and unqualified recommendation.

Thank you again for your brilliant work."

-- Jim Rothman

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"Thanks so much for our beautiful engagement shoot in Hawaii. You did a wonderful job of capturing the essence of our love, emotion and connection - and now we can cherish professional images that truly tell our story. The best part was that we barely even knew you were there! You have a great way of discreetly capturing the special moments. Thanks for all of your work and expertise, and we look forward to our next shoot!"

-- Jen and Chris Prince

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"Jim came to our house to take family photographs for the Holidays. He set up his equipment quickly and effortlessly and was ready for the shoot. Jim is very knowledgeable in lighting and posing techniques to get the perfect shot. He delivered wonderful professional family photos as well as a bundle of nice candids!"

-- Loretta Kaye

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"The agents in our office and I want to thank you for your professionalism and the skillful handling of our head shots. Each agent remarked on how comfortable you made them feel and your great attention to detail. The proof is in the photos and the results are wonderful. What an improvement over the previous photo I used on all of my marketing materials. We need to have you come back for another session very soon for the agents who were not available this time."

-- Herb Lambert

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"You are the best photographer! I would recommend you to anyone. It's an art and you take wonderful pictures! Thank you."

-- Diana Williams